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The Judith and Norman Alix Foundation has awarded more than $715,000 in grants to support 15 capital projects across Lambton County, funding community infrastructure, cultural initiatives, accessibility improvements, and local recreation projects. One of the largest community projects receiving support is a downtown park development in Forest. The initiative secured a $75,000 grant to help… [Read More]

The Government of Canada has increased its financial support for the future St. Lawrence Shark Pavilion project in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts as construction officially begins on the new tourism and science facility. Federal authorities announced an additional C$700,000 in funding, bringing the total government contribution to C$3.8 million. The project is being developed by Exploramer Museum and… [Read More]

The BIRD Foundation has approved $7.5 million in funding for seven new collaborative projects between American and Israeli companies across sectors including healthcare, cybersecurity, agriculture, food technology, and mental health. The newly announced projects are expected to generate a combined investment of approximately $20 million through additional private-sector funding. The initiative supports joint research and… [Read More]

Lucerne — May 26, 2026 — The Lucerne Pension Fund (LUPK) has announced plans to raise its allocation to private equity with a stronger focus on impact investments, including infrastructure and micro‑finance. The move signals a progressive shift in strategy compared to the broader caution seen among Swiss pension funds. The fund’s decision reflects growing confidence in… [Read More]

The International Finance Corporation is planning a financing package of up to $10 million for Coris Bank International Chad to expand lending to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Chad. According to details released by the IFC, the proposed operation will take the form of a five-year senior loan designed to strengthen the bank’s ability… [Read More]

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has announced a new $10 billion support facility aimed at helping member countries manage the economic risks linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The initiative, named the Energy, Food Security and Economic Resilience Facility, is designed to support governments, businesses, and financial institutions facing disruptions related to… [Read More]

New Delhi — May 27, 2026 — The Union Government has announced the first national call for the BIRAC–RDI Fund, a ₹2,000 crore financing initiative under India’s ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) framework. The fund aims to scale high‑impact biotechnology innovations and bridge the gap between laboratory research and industrial application. Union Minister Jitendra Singh unveiled the fund at a national event… [Read More]

Togo and the World Bank have reviewed progress on major coastal protection works underway in Aného as part of the regional WACA-ResIP programme aimed at combating coastal erosion and flooding across West Africa. During a recent visit to the coastal area, World Bank Regional Director Harold Tavares joined Togolese officials and project teams to inspect… [Read More]

Paris — May 26, 2026 — Median Technologies, a global leader in AI‑powered medical imaging, has launched a €40 million capital increase, with a potential upsize to €50 million, to support the rollout of its proprietary Eyonis LCS platform in the United States and Europe. The funding will also advance new clinical indications for the Eyonis technology, reinforcing the company’s commitment to… [Read More]

May 27, 2026 — Melbourne — Schools across Victoria’s outer east can now apply for the 2026 capital works fund, a $25.4 million investment aimed at upgrading education infrastructure and keeping public schools modern and accessible. Applications opened on May 21, with funding streams available for small‑scale projects, student inclusion initiatives, and larger upgrades. The fund supports practical improvements… [Read More]

Cameroon’s large-scale tire manufacturing project led by businessman Antoine Ndzengue has moved forward after Indian engineering company GHV Infra Projects Limited announced it had received a letter of intent connected to the planned industrial facility. The project, developed by Cameroon Tyres Factory Project SA, involves the construction of a greenfield tire manufacturing plant in Bekoko,… [Read More]

London — May 26, 2026 — The Premier League, The FA, and the UK Government’s Football Foundation have announced new funding through the Lionesses HERe to Play Fund, designed to meet the growing demand for women’s and girls’ football nationwide. Supported by The National Lottery via Sport England, the initiative will create more opportunities for women and girls to participate in football by covering essential costs… [Read More]

The World Bank Group is increasing its focus on helping resource-rich developing countries transform mineral wealth into long-term economic growth, job creation, and industrial development. As global demand for critical minerals and metals continues to rise due to urbanization, digitalization, and clean energy expansion, developing economies are being positioned to benefit from the growing market…. [Read More]

Malawi is strengthening its capacity for environmental and social development jobs by investing in skills training, higher education reform, and professional development programmes designed to meet growing demand for sustainability expertise. As the country expands infrastructure, climate resilience projects, and natural resource management initiatives, the need for trained professionals in environmental and social risk management… [Read More]

May 26, 2026 — San Francisco — Venture capital firm GSR Ventures has announced plans for a new $350 million fund aimed at backing fast‑growing startups in artificial intelligence, healthcare technology, enterprise software, and next‑generation consumer platforms. The move signals renewed confidence in the global startup ecosystem as investors return to growth‑oriented innovation after a period of economic uncertainty. The… [Read More]

In the Dominican Republic, employment is not limited to factories, offices, or major cities. A growing share of rural livelihoods is emerging from forests, mountains, and protected natural areas, where conservation work, ecotourism, and sustainable agriculture are creating stable jobs while protecting the environment. Protected areas such as Saltos de Jima Natural Monument in Bonao… [Read More]

he UK government has unveiled two major funding packages worth a combined £470 million to strengthen the nation’s chemicals and ceramics sectors, both of which face rising energy costs and mounting pressure to decarbonise. The larger £350 million Critical Chemicals Resilience Fund will safeguard strategically vital chemical producers supplying essential materials to industries such as food, healthcare,… [Read More]

Vaccination has relied on needles and syringes for more than a century, but new research suggests that this may soon change. Scientists are developing alternative vaccine delivery methods designed to make immunisation easier, less painful, and more accessible worldwide. These innovations could also improve vaccine distribution in low-resource settings and strengthen global outbreak response systems…. [Read More]

Toronto — May 26, 2026 — Ahead of Menstrual Health Day on May 28, the Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health™ has announced $300,000 in funding commitments over two years to support organizations working to advance menstrual equity across Canada. Nearly one in six Canadians faces challenges accessing menstrual products. Since 2022, the Foundation has donated more than $2.3 million to… [Read More]

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced a €10 million loan to UniCredit Bank Mostar to accelerate the digital and green transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The financing is part of the EU-backed Go Digital in the Western Balkans Programme, which aims to improve business competitiveness… [Read More]

The UN General Assembly has formally backed a landmark advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice stating that countries have legal obligations under international law to reduce greenhouse gas emissions driving climate change. The resolution, passed by a wide margin, represents a significant moment in global climate governance and strengthens the legal foundation for… [Read More]

The IKEA Foundation has announced a bold new strategy, committing nearly €2 billion to accelerate global climate action. The foundation will now focus exclusively on transforming high‑emitting systems — energy, land, food, buildings, and transport — to help reduce carbon emissions and drive sustainable change. This shift, unveiled during a Devex event on May 28, 2026, marks the… [Read More]

The 79th World Health Assembly has adopted the first-ever resolution on steatotic liver disease (SLD), marking a significant milestone in global noncommunicable disease (NCD) policy. The decision reflects a growing recognition that liver health is central to understanding and addressing the worldwide rise in metabolic diseases. Steatotic liver disease is estimated to affect around 1.7… [Read More]